A tale of sorrow, joy and passion against insurmountable odds. Perfect for fans of Anne Bennett. Niall may be poor but he is a good man. He does his best for his wife and their five children, in difficult circumstances in their small, cramped house in the back streets of York. But this loving home is torn apart when his wife dies tragically and Niall finds himself alone. His children run him ragged and, seeking solace, he finds refuge at the Angel pub. Here he catches sight of Boudicea, the beautiful barmaid. With his wife only gone a few months, he must suppress his feelings of passion, yet he is unable to tear himself away from her warm charm and alluring looks. Can Niall find happiness again or is he doomed to be aloneâ?¦